Does fish have insulin? Fish have distinct insulin, IGF-I and IGF-II molecules and distinct and specific insulin, IGF-I and, possibly, IGF-II receptors. How do you cope with type 2 diabetes? Treatment for type 2 diabetes eating foods rich in fiber and healthy carbohydrates — eating fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can help keep your blood…
Tap water is the most commonly used water in goldfish tanks. So YES, goldfish can live in tap water. As long as it’s been treated with a water conditioner first. How do you make tap water safe for goldfish? Putting a goldfish in chlorinated tap water, bottled or distilled water, or water that is too…
Frying can increase the amount of fat in your fish and negatively affect its ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids. If you’re frying, pan-fry rather than deep-fry your fish, and use a healthy oil like olive oil. Can you eat fried fish and still lose weight? Say Farewell to Fried Fish Frying is a…
“Fish don’t need goggles because their eyes are designed to work underwater. They still have the same parts that you do: there’s a cornea, an iris and a pupil, the way the light gets in and bounces around and then transmits a signal to their brain so they can see things. Some fish can actually…
Fish oil and krill oil are the most common omega – 3 – supplements, and they can go rancid over time by reacting with oxygen. This process is called oxidation and is a chemical reaction of the fatty acids EPA and DHA with oxygen molecules in the air. How do you know if fish oil…
Because most of the benefits of fish oil are associated with long-term use, you can take it at any time of day. That said, splitting your supplement into two smaller doses in the morning and at night can reduce acid reflux. Can you take fish oil before sleeping? Insomnia. Some studies have found that taking…
Sometimes bass and catfish can find their way into storm sewers. Sometimes even koi fish can be lost in the sewers during flooding. It’s not unheard of to go fishing in storm sewers, though it is a bit odd — A 2013 USA Today headline declared “sewer fishing is the newest rage in fishing.”Oct 10,…
Yes. Although rare, there are numerous instances of fish falling down from the skies. Of course, the fish do not really “rain” in the sense of condensing out of water vapor. All sorts of creatures have been reported raining down, including snakes, worms, and crabs, but fish and frogs are the most common. Is it…
Can you feed your fish vegetables? Some fruits and vegetables can be fed raw to the fish, but most vegetables should be blanched prior to being offered to your fish. The best vegetables to blanch or steam are zucchini, squash, cucumbers (remove seeds), lima beans, peas (shell before serving), broccoli, cabbage, lettuce and spinach. Which…
A simple rule of thumb to follow is that your Betta should never live in a tank with other fish if the tank is anything less than ten gallons. If your Betta is living in anything less, then it is unlikely to tolerate other fish, regardless of what kind they are. What kinds of fish…
Unlike other vertebrates, fish only live in water. Anemone tentacles sting and kill other species of fish, but the clownfish is protected from the anemone’s sting. Can a fish recover from anemone sting? I have had fish recover from the sting of Carpet Anemones, not much you can do. It takes a couple hours for…
Can you fish in Oregon right now? Hunting and fishing seasons remain open, and hunting and fishing can be safe outdoor activities — if you follow the necessary COVID precautions regarding mask wearing and social distancing. Can you fish in the ocean in Oregon? Oregon’s ocean offers a variety of fishing opportunities. For the ocean-going…